Whilst is quite easy to eat very nicely (and cheaply) in Bali, most of that is due to the intense competition of too many restaurants serving too much the same menu. With not much menu differentiation restaurants in Bali have, until recently, competed solely on price. Good for the hungry yobos but where to go for a nice evening and get good value for the money? (btw, good value does not always mean cheap...)
Below you'll find what could be Bali's only objective restaurant guide. We say objective because gobali-villas.com does not accept any advertising, sponsorship or freebies. We live here and when it's our money on the table this is where we spend it. Please be advised that when we say a restaurant is moderate or expensive it is in relation to other restaurants in Bali. Scale is $ (Almost Free) to $$$$$ (Very Expensive). With no further ado, the knife and fork please.....
KUTA AREA
Made's Warung : Mixed menu, Indonesian & Western $$$
Comments : There's a reason the place is a legend. Good food, great atmosphere.
Location : Jalan Pantai Kuta / Just west of Bemo Corner. Telp. 751 923
Kopi Pot : Mixed menu, Indonesian & Western $$$
Comments : One of our favorites, a welcome respite in Kuta, uses real cream!
Location : Jalan Legian / Just across from Micky Ds. Parking. Telp. 752 614
Pawon Pasundan : Sundanese $$1/2
Comments : Looking for some real Indonesian food? Here it is. Specialising in Sudanese cuisine (West Java) everything at Pawon Pasundan is absolutely delicious. Must tries are the "Flying Grouper" and the ice desserts.
Location : Jalan Kediri No.2 (formerly Jl. Kesatria) - right hand side. Telp.755 833
Kori : Western $$$1/2
Comments : You won't believe that you're still in Kuta, quiet and serene with a nicely prepared menu.
Location : Jalan Poppies II (Near Tubes)
Cafe Dulang : Indonesian $$
Comments : Super Soto Ayam (Indonesian Chicken Soup) that's almost a meal by itself.
Location : Kuta Square Shopping Centre. 2 shops from Matahari & same side of the street.
Pica Tapas Bar : $$$
Comments : Authentic Tapas and Churrasqueria. The real deal for Spainish cuisine in Bali.
Location : Kuta Galeria block River Side No.15. Telp.769 038 - 769 028
LEGIAN & SEMINYAK
Tekor Bali: Indonesian and Western $$
Comments : With its beach side location, friendly service, great food and down to earth pricing who could ask for more? Always packed, always good.
Location : Double Six, Legian Kaja, Legian Telp. 735 268
Kuni's Bali: Japanese $$$
Comments : Modern and comptempory urban design plus an extensive menu with freshest ingrdients at very attractive prices equals excellent value for money.
Location : Jl. Lesmana No. 80, Seminyak Telp. 730 501
Ultimo: Italian $$$
Comments : Don't let the contemporary setting with whitre table cloths put you off, Ultimo offers hearty Italian cuisine at and very affordable prices. Be sure to check out the special set menus - very, very good value for money.
Location : Jl. Lesmana No. 104x, Oberoi, Seminyak Telp. 738 720
Kafe Warisan : French Mediterranean $$$$
Comments : The local perennial favorite, Kafe Warisan just gets better and better. Excellent value for money-especially for the daily lunch specials. Absolutely delightful. Reservations recommended.
Location : Jalan Raya Kerobokan No. 38 Telp. 731 175
Trattoria: Italian $$1/2
Comments : A small intimate Italian restaurant serving a surprisingly wide variety of Italian dishes at rock bottom prices. Fine food, excellent value.
Location : Jl. Lesmana No. 104x, Oberoi, Seminyak Telp. 738 720
The Living Room : Continental $$$1/2
Comments : True to it's name, The Living Room's comfortable atmosphere makes you feel right at home. Sharp service and continental favorites with a tropical flair at down to earth prices make the living room a great place to unwind.
Location : Jalan Raya Petitenget, Batu Belig Telp. 735 735
La Luciola : Italian $$$1/2
Comments : One of the few restaurants in Bali where you really should make a reservation - and they'll cook your pasta al dente if you ask nicely. Good food, great sunsets.
Location : Jalan Oberoi Seminyak - on the beach Telp. 730 838
Made's Warung : Indonesian & Western $$1/2
Comments : Same owners as Made's Warung in Kuta. It's rare to find a sequel as good as the original but Made's Warung in Seminyak has pulled it off (and there's parking).
Location : Jalan Raya Seminyak. Right hand side going north. Parking. Telp. 732 130
Gateway of India : Indian & Some Vegetarian $$$
Comments : The only restaurant in Bali dedicated serving authentic Indian cuisine - and if you get past the spartan decor the food is quite nice.
Location : Jalan Abimanyu. No. 10 Telp. 732 940
Mykonos : Greek $$
Comments : The Greek restaurant in Bali, eating at Mykonos is like eating at home. Presentation may be simple but the atmosphere is fun, the food is delicious and the value is unbelievable. Reservations are an absolute necessity on the weekends.
Location : Jl. Laksmana No. 52. Telp. 733 253
Cafe Moka : Pastries and Western Favourites $$1/2
Comments : One of our favourite spots for bruch. Great bakery, light meals relaxed atmosphere and - surprise - great lasagne. Take-away available. Enjoy.
Location : Jl. Raya Seminyak. Telp. 731 424
Padma Club Restaurant : Asian and Western $$$
Comments : The spot on Jl. Padma for a great meal. With Leo in the kitchen and Gibson in the dining room the food is delectable and the service is impeccable (and friendly). Don't let the tablecloths fool you - compared to other upscale restaurants in the area Padma Cafe is down right inexpensive.
Location : Jl. Yudistira (Ex. Jl. Padma). Telp. 752 885
Rumors Restaurant : Cafe $$
Comments : The value restaurant on 'Eat Street' in Seminyak Rumours offers a full cafe style menu with an accent on Italian cooking at great down to earth prices.
Location : Jl. Laksmana. Telp. 738 720
The Tuesday Night Pizza Club : $$1/2
Comments : The best pizza in Bali. Period. And they even deliver to Nusa Dua (extra of course).
Location : Jl. Laksmana. Telp. 730 614
Queen's Tandoor : Indian $$$
Comments : It is a little more expensive than Gateway of India but worth for money.
Location : Jl. Raya Seminyak No.73 (Gallery Seminyak) Telp. 732 770, 732 771
Antique Restaurant & Bar : International $$
Comments : The cuisine is described as Pan-Asian fusion, in term of an innovative combination of taste and flavour.
Location : Jl. Dhyanapura - Abimanyu Arcade 7 Telp. 730 907
SANUR AREA
Pergola: International $$$
Comments : Cosy and comfortable, Pergola is pehaps Sanur's most stylish restaurant with menu to match. Simply put, Pergola is just a great place to dine and unwind.
Location : Jl. Danau Toba 2, Sanur
Jazz Bar & Grill : International Favorites $$$
Comments : Don't be put off by the shopping center location. A little bit of this, a little bit that -- ALL exquisitely prepared and accompanied by live entertainment nightly.
Location : Sanur Raya Shopping Center, Jl. Ngurah Rai Sanur Telp. 285 892
Candi Restaurant : Thai $$$$$
Comments : Consistently excellent Thai cuisine.
Location : Grand Bali Beach Hotel, Jalan Hang Tuah Sanur Telp. 288 511
Cafe Batu Jimbar : Mixed menu, Indonesian & Western $$$
Comments : A long time favourite, drop in for a full dinner or just snack. Very good value for money.
Location : Jalan Danau Tamblingan No. 152 Telp. 287 374
Ryoshi : Japanese $$$
Comments : There are a several Ryoshi Japanese Restaurants - all serve an wide ranging menu, good sushi at down to earth prices.
Location : Jalan Danau Tamblingan 150 Sanur Telp. 288 473
NUSA DUA & JIMBARAN
Santorini : Greek $$
Comments : If you are staying in the Nusa Dua area and enjoy Greek cuisine. this is the place. Excellent Greek cooking, very, very friendly staff and decent prices to boot.
Location : Jl. Pratama (across from the Conrad Bali Resort) Telp. 777942 / free transport for Nusa Dua Area.
PJ's at the Four Seasons : International $$$$$
Comments : It's not that hard to pick Bali's most romantic restaurant on the beach. The food is delicious and creatively presented.
Location : The Four Seasons Resort at Jimbaran Bay Bali Telp. 701 010
Nusa Dua Grill : Seafood $$1/2
Comments : Serving up hearty portions of the freshest seafood in Nusa Dua, the Nusa Dua Grill is a where all the surferes come to fuel up before or after a long day on the water. Nothing fancy, just good value for money
Location : Geger Beach (South Nusa Dua).
Nyoman's Bali : Indonesian $$
Comments : If you staying in Tanjung Benoa area try Nyoman's. Nothing fancy but the food is tasty and the portions are ample. Stick with the Indonesian dishes.
Location : On the left hand side of the road just before the Club Mirage Resort.
Faces at The Bale : $$$$
Comments : New and cool. Exciting menu prepared in a show kitchen that opens onto and is part of the dining room. Faces is the only restaurant we know in Bali serving souffles - and we like souffles!
Location : The Bale. Telp. 775 111
The Verandah : Continental $$$
Comments : One of Nusa Dua's best kept secrets is that The Bali International Lawn Bowls Club is open to the public. Enjoy a bird's eye view of the pitch while dining. Nice club menu featuring true imported streaks. Tremendous value for money.
Location : Bali Int'l Lawn Bowls Club. (Behind Matsuri Restaurant & Galleria Nusa Dua) Telp. 776 261
UBUD AREA
Casa Luna : Mixed Indonesian & Western $$$
Comments : A great place for brunch, always fresh bakery products.
Location : Jalan Raya Ubud Telp. 973 283
Ary’s Warung : Asian and Western $$$
Comments : A long time favorite that keeps getting better with time. Good food, relaxing atmosphere.
Location : Jalan Raya Ubud, Gianyar Telp. 975 053
Kafe Batan Waru : Indonesian and Western $$$
Comments : Good food complimented by relaxing atmosphere. A great place to hang out.
Location : Jalan Dewi Sita, Ubud Telp. 977 528
Kokokan Club Restaurant : Thai $$$
Comments : Surprisingly decent Thai food overlooking a terraced rice padi.
Location : Jalan Pengosekan, Ubud Telp. 976 659
Bebek Bengil : Mixed Indonesian, Balinese & Western $$$
Comments : Good food, good service and the best coffee in Ubud.
Location : Jalan Raya Hanoman Padang Tegal, Ubud Telp. 975 489
CANDIDASA AREA
Kedai : Balinese with a Western flair $$$
Comments : Operated by the same folks as Ary's Warung in Ubud, Kedai is simple restaurant with a limited menu where everything is done well. Best bet ? Try the four course sampler - Great value.
Location : Jalan Raya Candidasa, Candidasa Telp. 0363 - 42020
Alila Manggis : Continental $$$$
Comments : A great place to splurge. Lovely atmosphere, creative menu, beautiful presentation and above all - tasty.
Location : Alila Manggis Candidasa Telp. 0363 - 41011
Watergarden Cafe : Mixed Indonesian & Western $$$
Comments : A nice, comfortable restaurant with good food. Wonderful place to while away the hours.
Location : The Watergarden, Candidasa Telp. 0363 - 41540 |
